Neither Austin, 29, nor Bennett, 27, are likely to come close to replacing Gordon’s production. They can provide solid veteran options to a depleted wide receiver corps. The two will join Andrew Hawkins, Nate Burleson, Greg Little, Travis Benjamin and Charles Johnson as the team’s top targets. The team also signed Ball State’s Willie Snead IV, Vanderbilt’s Jonathan Krause and San Jose State’s Chandler Jones as undrafted free agents.

Austin has battled hamstring issues throughout his career. Last season, Austin was limited to 11 games. The previous four seasons, Austin averaged 64 catches for 970 yards and seven touchdowns.

Bennett, meanwhile, is a solid target in the slot, but he hasn’t produced at a high level. Last season, Bennett had 32 receptions for 243 yards and four touchdowns.

The additions make it appear as if the Browns are preparing for the worst when it comes to Gordon’s potential suspension. There is some reason for hope, though.

Gordon is believed to have tested positive due to marijuana in his system. The NFL is considering an “increase [to] the threshold for a positive marijuana test and reduce the punishments for violations involving that drug”, according to ESPN.com’s Dan Graziano.

If Gordon is on the field at all this season, the Browns will be thrilled. If he is handed a year-long suspension, the team has taken steps to prepare for his absence.